Alton Main Street

06/01/2026

Our Pup Crawl (That's a Pub Crawl + Dogs!) is the cutest day of the year in Downtown Alton! Don't believe us? Flip through these shots and see for yourself.

06/01/2026

Have you heard?! The fountains on 3rd are operating again ~ thank you, City of Alton, Illinois! Our flowers are in full bloom, pay us a visit in beautiful Downtown Alton soon.

06/01/2026

NEW HOURS! Beginning this week, we will be closed Tuesdays and will open a bit later at 10am on weekdays.

BUT…beginning June 11, we will have late hours *EVERY Thursday until 8pm* to better serve customers who work during the week, or who want to leave kids at home for a relaxing evening out. This also coincides with the Night Market in the summer sponsored by Alton Main Street.

Let’s see how this goes! Mark your calendar for Thursdays, bring a friend, and share online. Please and thank you. 😍







All Things Alton

06/01/2026

Join Stephens Planning for two different learning opportunities in June!

Taxes in Retirement Lunch & Learn
Worried about how taxes could affect your retirement income? Join Stephens Planning for a complimentary Taxes in Retirement Lunch & Learn on Friday, June 5th at 12:00 PM. This relaxed, community-focused event is designed to help make retirement tax topics easier to understand. You’ll discuss common retirement tax challenges, strategies that may help reduce unnecessary taxes, and ways thoughtful planning can help bring more clarity and confidence to your financial future. Lunch will be provided at no cost, and seating is limited. Reserve your spot: https://calendly.com/cstephens-stephensplanning/taxes-in-retirement-lunch-learn?month=2026-06&date=2026-06-05

Estate Planning Dinner Seminar
Join Curtis Stephens alongside estate planning attorney Elizabeth V. Heller for a complimentary Estate Planning Dinner Seminar on Wednesday, June 17th at 6:00 PM. This educational event will cover important topics including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate considerations, and how financial and legal planning work together to help protect your family and legacy. Dinner will be provided, and seating is limited. Get registered: https://calendly.com/cstephens-stephensplanning/estate-planning-and-taxes-dinner-seminar

05/31/2026

Believe it or not, it's June tomorrow! Join us every Thursday in June & July from 7-10pm for Night Market on Broadway! Bands will perform in the green space next to Catdaddy’s Tavern at 203 W. 3rd St., and artist booths will be placed along sugar alley which runs parallel to Broadway from the Visitor Center to Morrison’s Irish Pub as well as on State Street.

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE:

June 4 – Spillie Nelson
June 11 – Miller Floyd
June 18 – The Deal
June 25 – Wherehouse Project
July 2 – Red White and Floyd
July 9 – 2 Shots of Whiskey
July 16 – Crystal Lady
July 23 – The Vibe
July 30 – Yacht Rockers

We hope to see you this Thursday to kick off the season! 🌙💃🎶

05/30/2026

It's a big day today in Downtown Alton and we hope you'll join us!

From 8am-12pm the Alton Farmers' & Artisans' Market takes place at the corner of Henry Street and Landmarks Blvd. You can select the freshest seasonal fruit and veg, pick up farm made cheeses and local eggs, peruse hand made crafts from local artisans, and enjoy hot breakfast and coffee from a variety of vendors.

Nine PBS welcomes you to the Alton Amphitheater from 9:30-Noon for a morning full of interactive crafts, games, and playful learning activities that spark creativity and curiosity! Kiddos can meet their favorite PBS KIDS characters, including Daniel Tiger, Elinor, and Nature Cat, complete with high fives and photo opportunities. We love that they’re including nature-focused activities that highlight the wildlife and ecosystems of the Mississippi River. Don’t miss this special occasion on the riverfront!

Then at Noon hop on over to the Alton Dog Park and pick up your passport for the Pup Crawl (That's a Pub Crawl + Dogs!) that runs from 12-8pm today! You and your fuzzy friends will enjoy 22 participating locations with special and treats at every stop.

05/29/2026

Stephanie Schrage with The Wedge Innovation Center and Tyann Cherry from SIUE stopped by 107.1 FM - The Big Z Wednesday to talk about the free Learnathon that kicks off on June 5th! If you missed it, be sure to tune in right here:

Stephanie Schrage with the Wedge Innovation Center and Tyann Cherry from SIUE visited the Big Z Morning Show to talk about the free Learnathon on June 5 with the focus

05/27/2026

Enjoy a self-guided public art tour in and around Downtown City of Alton, Illinois! Find directions to explore 23 murals and sculptures, plus nearby shops & restaurants at:
https://downtownalton.com/business-directory/public-art/

05/24/2026

Calm Commerce from Moon Drops + Wellness. Now THIS is a retail movement we can get behind. Check out their page for more information!